Christine Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Back in the eighties ,vauxhall astra / FWD cavalier - and their gearboxes .. you could do a clutch change without box removal; Me Dads fitters got it down to (i think ) about 35 minutes ? Did any other manufactures copy the idea ? Do vauxhall still have the sliding shaft feature ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheffcortinacentre Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 nope abandoned that after that model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 SAAB did it first, on the 99 and 900 models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Oh , right , so did GM pinch it from them ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 It's a different set up on the SAAB, the gearbox is under the engine. This link explains it better than I could. It's easier than it looks in their description, they have the added complication of turbo pipework and buggered hydraulics to deal with. http://www.saablink.net/forum/general-classic-900-posts-information/34353.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skattrd Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Anyway, it's jolted me into sorting out breakdown cover. Cheapness/goodness ratio, who is best? Green Flag seem the most competitive so far. Discussion on different breakdown companies: http://autoshite.com/topic/20569-best-breakdown-cover/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty_Rocket Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Back in the eighties ,vauxhall astra / FWD cavalier - and their gearboxes .. you could do a clutch change without box removal; Me Dads fitters got it down to (i think ) about 35 minutes ? Did any other manufactures copy the idea ? Do vauxhall still have the sliding shaft feature ? ^That was a great design. You could actually do it on cars built into the mid 90s as long as they had the flat flywheel. The diesels and then the Ecotecs had a pot-type flywheel (no idea why..) which meant you could no longer drop the clutch down as there wasn't space. You could still pull the input shaft out though. Cue mechanics across the land weeping into their coffee Christine 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bub2006 Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Am I silly to be going to view a 1.6 petrol auto Renault scenic? Mk1 on a y plate. Should I look for certain Things or just steer clear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 I've a feeling Renault automatics are a no-go area, but that might be for older ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaseracer Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 So... ...what IS the difference between a MOTOR and an ENGINE? myglaren 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercrocker Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 The Atlantic. chaseracer, Pillock, brickwall and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigmund Fraud Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Am I silly to be going to view a 1.6 petrol auto Renault scenic? Mk1 on a y plate. Should I look for certain Things or just steer clear? Body-wise, check the rear arches/sill ends and the battery tray. Electrics-wise, make sure the immobiliser works, it's a royal PITA to disable in the petrols. There'll be plenty of other electrical issues (because Renault) but one can usually learn to live with them. Engine-wise, they're reasonably strong. Coilpacks are the usual cause of running problems. Make sure the belt has been done, as they're interference. Auto gearbox would be a deal-breaker for most people. They're really fragile, even when properly maintained. If, however, the rest of the car is mint and selling for peanuts, it may be worth the gamble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asimo Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 An engine turns fuel into mechanical power, ie petrol in, torque out. A motor produces mechanical power from another form of power, ie electric current, compressed gas, pressurised liquid in, and force, usually torque, out. Think of the steam locomotive: the whole thing is an engine, coal fuel in, power (to pull the train) out.The cylinders / pistons / valves / cranks are the motor which is powered by the steam from the coal fired boiler. The Moog and chaseracer 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taff Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 who do we know that does stainless steel trim screws, of the type used in 50's & 60's interior panels? My galaxie is missing a dozen or so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaseracer Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Another one from the strange morass that is my brain currently... If you convert a van into a camper or dayvan, does it affect the tax band? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillOrange Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 What's the best place/website to check wheel fitments and possible alternatives? Dome has kindly offered to sell me his wheels but PCD for the Scimitar is 4.5" (114.3mm) and I'm pretty sure that is very different to Dolomite/Toledo one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cort1977 Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Another one from the strange morass that is my brain currently... If you convert a van into a camper or dayvan, does it affect the tax band?Yes but the DVLA site will explain better than I can. Can also affect the applicable speed limits for the vehicle as well. chaseracer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Why was it the Talbot Express became the Sevel van of choice for campers in the UK. Still see loads of them pottering about, but never the Ducato, Cit or Pug ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bub2006 Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Body-wise, check the rear arches/sill ends and the battery tray. Electrics-wise, make sure the immobiliser works, it's a royal PITA to disable in the petrols. There'll be plenty of other electrical issues (because Renault) but one can usually learn to live with them. Engine-wise, they're reasonably strong. Coilpacks are the usual cause of running problems. Make sure the belt has been done, as they're interference. Auto gearbox would be a deal-breaker for most people. They're really fragile, even when properly maintained. If, however, the rest of the car is mint and selling for peanuts, it may be worth the gamble.Owner wants 300. Needs a boot catch and front windows faulty. I think I'll stay clear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Moog Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Yes but the DVLA site will explain better than I can. Can also affect the applicable speed limits for the vehicle as well.Speed limit changes from 60 to 70 on motorways. Insurance is easier. Last couple of times it has made no difference to tax band Also changes MOT test it goes in for chaseracer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Speed limit changes from 60 to 70 on motorways.Dual carriageways. Vans are allowed to do 70 on motorways, 60 on dual carriageways and 50 on single carriageways. The Moog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacquer Peel Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Why was it the Talbot Express became the Sevel van of choice for campers in the UK. Still see loads of them pottering about, but never the Ducato, Cit or Pug ones? I see a few Fiat Ducatos, but the Talbot Express was the only PSA option in the UK, I'm not sure if the Peugeot and Citroen branded ones were sold here. Slappy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twosmoke300 Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Sevel vans are the main choice for campers for one main reason .. They are cheap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bub2006 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 How can I tell a peugeot has a bosch fuel pump? I'm on may way to look at a 1996 Peugeot with the 1.9td engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
320touring Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 How can I tell a peugeot has a bosch fuel pump? I'm on may way to look at a 1996 Peugeot with the 1.9td engine.post up a pic of the fuel pump and we can tell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minimad5 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 Got a Concentric Slave Cylinder and Clutch to fit on a 1.0litre Corsa C.Just wondering, is it easier to pull out the box and drive shafts, or pull the engine out ?Thanks ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimothyClaypole Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 What's the best thing to clean "cockpit spray" off? I've had enough of slipping of everything in the car for now. I think they put it on with a garden sprayer or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timewaster Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 What's the best thing to clean "cockpit spray" off? I've had enough of slipping of everything in the car for now. I think they put it on with a garden sprayer or something.I find there isn't much that baby wipes won't shift. chaseracer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red5 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 Got a Concentric Slave Cylinder and Clutch to fit on a 1.0litre Corsa C.Just wondering, is it easier to pull out the box and drive shafts, or pull the engine out ? Thanks ! I've always done it by box. For what that's worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cort16 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 My mate's wanting to buy a 4 year old Skoda Yeti. He asked me what's the best one to go for.All the diesels are 2.0 VAG shite, does anyone know if they various power ratings have the usual DMF of doom associated to these engines? He does town driving so I was saying he should get a petrol but the motors are either 1.2 tsi, 1.4 tfsi (which I hear are problematic) or a 1.8t, which I guess is the old engine from the TT? Not exactly a choice engine selection. Anyone no what's what with these? D I recon he should get a Dacia Sandero but he seems to like them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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